Clinical Instructor (Part-time)

Clinical Instructor

Department:Nursing

Location:Columbia, MO

Type:Staff, Part-time

Pay:$40 per hour ( Pay range may vary based on geographic
location)

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States; visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Instructor is responsible for supervising nursing
students in the clinical and laboratory setting under the direction
and support of the nurse faculty. This supporting role promotes the
development of graduate professional nurses from Columbia
College.

Essential Functions:

• Perform job duties in accordance with Columbia College’s

vision, mission and values, and contributes to the development of
the Nursing Department.

• Guide, teach and evaluate the student’s performance in the

clinical and laboratory areas by:

• Assigning students to patients.
• Orienting self and students to participating agencies.
• Assigning and grading clinical paperwork.
• Evaluating student on an on-going basis using structured

evaluation forms and anecdotal notes, in a timely fashion.

• Conducting pre and post clinical conferences in the clinical

area.

• Evaluate and conference with students individually at

established intervals and as needed (at least midterm and the
conclusion of each clinical and laboratory rotation).

• Teach clinical aspects using the established nursing

curriculum.

• Function within established framework of organizational

authority.

• Communicate regularly (at least weekly) with the full-time

faculty of the course regarding student performance in the clinical
and laboratory area.

• Provide needed information to the faculty in making decisions

about student performance in clinical and laboratory settings
including guidance and probation status.

• Follow all policies and procedures for the nursing program and

assist in the development, maintenance and administration of all
policies and procedures.

• Communicate and collaborate with the nursing site coordinator

and lead course faculty on classroom, clinical, laboratory, and
other aspects to develop the nursing program.

• Participate in selecting, evaluating, counseling and guidance

of the nursing students.

• Maintain student records including class, clinical and

laboratory data.

• Recommend program purchases and nursing equipment.
• Participate in systematic evaluation of the nursing

program.

• Participate in on-going development for professional

organizations such as Missouri State Board of Nursing and National
League of Nursing.

• Help plan and participate in special events pertaining to the

Nursing Program.

• Serve on various nursing committees as assigned.
• Participate in Columbia College activities as assigned.
• Participate in developing nursing resources.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationship with

cooperating agencies and clinical sites.

• Participate in outside community organizations, communities and

committees that pertain to nursing, education, health and welfare
of the community.

• Demonstrate professional growth and development through

attending workshops, seminars, conferences, and other continuing
education opportunities.

• Ensure confidentiality of records of students and patients in

compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.

• Practice superior customer service.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Display respect and civility to all constituencies regardless

of method of communication.

• Attend work timely and during the established hours of

operation on a regular basis; work additional hours as business
necessitates.

Certification(s):Current license in Missouri to practice as
a

Registered Nurse.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in nursing for ASN courses
• Master’s Degree with a major in nursing for BSN courses
• Minimum of three (3) years clinical experience immediately

prior to their appointment.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Previous clinical instructor experience supervising and

evaluating nursing students.

• Specialized teaching areas require clinical experience in the

course content area.

Special Requirements:

• Flexibility to travel to various clinical agencies or between

campuses.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Individuals seeking
accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department without
delay. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk, and hear.
The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle or
feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop,
kneel, or crawl. Employee must be able to type on a computer
keyboard and use a computer monitor on a regular basis.

Work Conditions: The work environment conditions described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside
weather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards and
physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain
equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually
mild.

This position is designated by the institution as a “Campus
Security Authority” (CSA). As a CSA, you are required to report any
information you receive about crimes occurring on or near campus to
the Director of Campus Safety.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every
duty and responsibility required by the employee in the
position.

Eligibility for employee benefits and perks is determined by
employment status. For more information please see https://www.ccis.edu/careers
.

The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon
a satisfactory criminal background check. The information may
include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement,
performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credit
history, driving history, and criminal history of public
record.

Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employee
experience for all regardless of race, color, national origin,
gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The
college maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall,
fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.

In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and
the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), the Department of
Campus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Security
and Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus and
venues nationwide.

Columbia College is required to distribute this information to all
current and prospective employees and students. Please follow the
link below for the full report or contact Human Resources at
573-875-7495 for a printed copy. http://www.ccis.edu/offices/campussafety/reportsandstats.aspx